Caterine Stramaglio

Attorney licensed in Colombia with 15+ years of experience specializing in data privacy, commercial, and corporate law (working with some of the largest tech companies in the world such as Meta, Google, etc.). Expertise in managing complex legal projects and serving as a key advisor to high-level stakeholders in both public and private sectors.

Independent Legal Counsel · December 2008 – Present
· Leveraging extensive experience in client acquisition, personalized service, and legal expertise. I have successfully guided both Colombian and international clients through complex personal data protection matters.
· Provided legal advice on data privacy regulations and ensuring compliance for clients. Overseeing international data transfers to guarantee adherence to relevant laws.
· Served as a highly competent Data Protection Officer.

Lecturer · University of the Andes, Colombia · February 2023 – August 2023
Developed and taught the accountability module, focusing on the implementation of data protection regulations through national and international case studies.

Legal Counsel of the Deputy Superintendent for Personal Data Protection · Superintendence of Industry and Commerce, Colombia · March 2019 – February 2023
· Trusted legal advisor and personal assistant to the Deputy Superintendent, providing strategic counsel and operational support.
· Conducted legal investigations and appeal decisions in cases of massive impact, such as Google LLC; Facebook; WhatsApp; Zoom; Uber; among others.
· Provided training on data protection to public and private entities on the proper processing of personal data.
· Co-authored critical guides on data protection, influencing national policies and best practices.

Family Office Manager · Entrepreneurial Group, Colombia · January 2018 – March 2019
· Auditor of the companies of the Group (Oil & Gas; crude oil tank construction; hospitality including hotels and restaurants; financial investments) · Served as a highly confidential executive assistant to C-level position, handling sensitive information and providing discreet support.
· Managed internal control processes, corporate governance, and compliance for the family-owned business group.
· Provided legal counsel on corporate law, consumption, and competition matters.
· Developed and implemented the Asset Laundering and Terrorism Financing Risk Management System (SARLAFT).
 

Legal Counsel of the Deputy Superintendent for Insolvency Proceedings · Superintendence of Corporations, Colombia · May 2015 – September 2016
· Advised on insolvency proceedings, creating jurisprudential guidelines and drafting resolutions.
· Managed and compiled content for Bankruptcy Case Law books, contributing to national legal resources.
· Served as a trusted legal advisor and personal assistant to the Superintendence of Corporations, leading insolvency proceedings and shaping national legal frameworks.

· Master in Private Law · University of the Andes, Bogotá, Colombia · 2018
· MBA · EUDE Business School, Complutense University of Madrid, Spain · 2014
· Specialist in Commercial Law · University of the Andes, Bogotá, Colombia · 2016
· Specialist in Financial Legislation · University of the Andes, Bogotá, Colombia · 2013 · Lawyer · Externado University of Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia · 2008